People in Portland have always been annoyed by mosquitoes, among numerous other pests found in the region. Because of such annoyance, several theories have been built around mosquitoes that try to explain their behavior.
However, it is hard to determine which ones are true and which ones are false, as so many tips and tricks claim to deal with the mosquito problem effectively.
Many people, therefore, rely on Saela Pest Control services to deal with pest infestations without attempting DIY methods on their own, which does not guarantee the desired outcome, and the effectiveness of these methods is always a question.
Debunking Myths About Mosquitoes
To help people separate fact from fiction, we are going to debunk some common myths about mosquitoes in this blog that will help people have a better understanding of mosquito behavior and proceed accordingly.
- “Both Female and Male Mosquitoes Bite Humans”
Out of the species that feed on humans, only female mosquitoes bite. Sucking on blood from humans is a part of their cycle, and females require the protein from human blood to produce eggs, and a new generation altogether then comes up that again follows the same feeding cycle on us.
The male species, on the other hand, relies on nectar from flowers and other sources as their diet.
- “Fair Skin People are More Prone to be Bitten”
When a person gets bitten by a mosquito, a small red bump develops, which is caused due to a component present in the saliva of a … Read More
